1.8
2025-11-15
Dutch Language Support
LightNotes now speaks Dutch! Full localization for our friends in the Netherlands and Belgium.
Enhanced Markdown Lists
We've significantly improved list support in markdown:
- Nested lists - Create multi-level bullet points with proper indentation
- Mixed list types - Combine bullets, numbers, and checkboxes seamlessly
- Better formatting - Lists now display with improved spacing and alignment
Bug Fixes & Improvements
- Fixed performance issues with markdown rendering
- Resolved threading warnings for better stability
- Improved overall app responsiveness
- Enhanced text parsing accuracy
Quality of Life
- Smoother editing experience
- More reliable markdown preview
- Better handling of complex documents
- Consistent formatting across all note types
Supported Languages
LightNotes is now available in 10 languages:
English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Portuguese, Russian, and Hindi
Thank you for using LightNotes! Your privacy-first notes app that works offline, with no ads or tracking.
1.7
2025-10-01
Preparing for iOS 26 Liquid Glass Design
This update adapts MinimalNotes for Apple's upcoming iOS 26 Liquid Glass
design system. Following official Apple guidelines, the app is now ready
to automatically transform with beautiful new visual effects when iOS 26
is released.
What's New:
LIQUID GLASS READY
• All UI components updated to use native system styles
• Buttons migrated to .borderedProminent for automatic iOS 26
transformation
• Enhanced toolbar organization with proper grouping
• Modern animations and transitions throughout the app
• Seamless preparation for future iOS updates
IMPROVED INTERFACE
• Fixed Settings screen layout - version label no longer overlaps
• Better visual hierarchy and touch targets
• Refined button styles for improved visibility
• Enhanced onboarding experience with smoother animations
• Native iOS components for authentic Apple feel
BUG FIXES
• Settings version display now properly positioned
• Improved layout stability across all screens
• Better accessibility and touch target sizing
BACKWARD COMPATIBLE
• Works perfectly on iOS 16.0 and later
• All features available on current iOS versions
• No breaking changes to existing functionality
Previous Updates:
MULTI-LINE NOTE TITLES
Your note titles now wrap naturally across multiple lines, making it
easier to read longer titles at a glance.
VISUAL BACKGROUND STYLES
Choose between dotted, lined, or plain backgrounds with an intuitive
visual picker. See exactly how your note will look before selecting.
ENHANCED TYPOGRAPHY
Full Dynamic Type support ensures perfect readability at any text size you
prefer.
Core Features:
SIMPLE & ELEGANT
MinimalNotes is designed for quick note-taking without distractions. Clean
interface, smooth animations, and intuitive controls.
MARKDOWN SUPPORT
Format your notes with bold, italic, headers, lists, and links using
simple Markdown syntax.
CUSTOMIZABLE THEMES
Choose from beautiful color palettes including Ocean, Cream, Lavender, and
Mint themes.
BACKGROUND STYLES
Select dotted, lined, or plain backgrounds to match your note-taking
style.
SECURE & PRIVATE
• Passcode protection with Face ID/Touch ID support
• Adjustable auto-lock timeout
• Your notes stay private on your device
• No cloud sync means complete privacy
POWERFUL ORGANIZATION
• Sort notes by creation date, modified date, or title
• Quick search to find notes instantly
• Swipe actions for fast editing and deletion
BUILT FOR iOS
• Native SwiftUI design
• Smooth 60fps animations
• Optimized for all iPhone sizes
• Dark mode support
• Haptic feedback
• Full accessibility support
Perfect for students, professionals, writers, or anyone who values
simplicity and privacy in their note-taking app.
Download MinimalNotes today and experience distraction-free note-taking.
1.3
2025-09-01
This update brings significant enhancements to make LightNotes more accessible and reliable for all users.
Accessibility & Display
• Full Dynamic Type support - text now scales properly with your iOS text
size settings
• Improved readability across all screens and note views
• Better support for users with visual accessibility needs
Markdown Enhancements
• Fixed checkbox rendering - checkboxes now display as proper visual elements
• Improved header formatting - all header levels render correctly
• Enhanced inline code visibility with proper background highlighting
• Fixed bold and italic text combinations
• Better handling of horizontal rules and block quotes
Security & Stability
• Resolved Face ID/Touch ID authentication loop when auto-lock is set to "immediately"
• Improved error handling for better stability
• Enhanced security for locked notes
Language Support
• Updated Hindi localization with complete translations
• Improved translations across all 9 supported languages
Performance
• Faster note loading and searching
• Reduced memory usage
• Smoother scrolling in long notes
• Optimized markdown parsing engine
Thank you for using LightNotes. We're committed to making it the best note-taking app for your iPhone.